Positive Difference
Marshall teaches Shane that our mission in life is to make a positive difference, not to prove how smart or right we are. Every decision in life is made by the person who has the power to make the decision. If we need to influence someone, we are essentially salespeople and they are our customers.In this clip
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Lessons from a Life of Leadership | Marshall Goldsmith | Knowledge Project 142
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